Microneedling (collagen induction therapy) is a minimally invasive treatment that can yield powerful results. If you’re seeking a way to reduce signs of aging, minimize scarring, and enhance overall skin health, microneedling may be your new solution.
We're committed to patient safety and satisfaction at Sasaki Advanced Aesthetics Medical Center in Pasadena, California. Our multi-tiered practice, founded and directed by world-renowned, triple-board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gordon Sasaki, offers all you need in one convenient location, from surgery to nonsurgical treatments and highly effective skincare regimens.
Here’s why Dr. Sasaki includes microneedling as one of the nonsurgical services our team offers to enhance your skin’s appearance and health.
Microneedling utilizes fine needles to create tiny, controlled punctures in the skin. These superficial micro-injuries stimulate the natural healing process by triggering collagen and elastin production. These are two key proteins, essential for maintaining firm, smooth, and youthful skin.
Our team at Sasaki Advanced Aesthetic Medical Center offers two types of microneedling: traditional microneedling and RF (radiofrequency) microneedling.
Traditional microneedling utilizes a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin's surface. This action increases elastin and collagen production and effectively treats fine wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin tone.
RF microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency energy. In addition to creating micro-injuries, the device delivers precisely controlled heat through the needles into deeper layers of the skin.
The heat safely stimulates even greater collagen production and tightens existing collagen fibers. RF microneedling is particularly beneficial for skin tightening, improving skin laxity, and reducing pore size.
Based on your evaluation results, Dr. Sasaki recommends the technique that best suits your aesthetic needs and expectations.
Because professionals use medical-grade tools, microneedling at Sasaki Advanced Aesthetic Medical Center safely reaches deeper layers of the skin than possible with over-the-counter rollers. This results in more substantial improvements in skin tone and texture and quicker results.
Benefits of microneedling include:
If you’re dealing with acne scars, enlarged pores, fine lines, or uneven pigmentation, microneedling can help smooth the skin's surface and even discoloration. After a few sessions, many people notice a brighter, more refined complexion.
By encouraging collagen production, microneedling plumps the skin, which reduces the appearance of fine lines and early signs of aging. It’s a subtle, natural way to keep your skin looking youthful, without resorting to more invasive treatments.
Unlike lasers or chemical peels, microneedling has relatively minimal downtime. You may experience sunburn like redness for a day or two, but most people return to their routine within 24–48 hours.
Microneedling is especially effective when administered in a series of initial treatments, spaced a few weeks apart, followed by routine maintenance sessions every three to six months thereafter.
If you're looking for a noninvasive treatment with visible results and minimal fuss, microneedling could be a brilliant addition to your skincare regimen.
Schedule a consultation at Sasaki Advanced Aesthetic Medical Center today for all your cosmetic concerns.
